Histology Technician

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's is seeking a Histology Technician to perform standard and specialized histology procedures for tissue preparation for light microscopy by staff pathologists. This full-time, day shift, onsite role requires an associate's degree in Histology or related field and ASCP eligibility, with 0–2 years' experience preferred.

Responsibilities include LIS data entry, specimen labeling, embedding, sectioning, staining, grossing, morgue operations, quality control, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Histology or related field required; Bachelor's preferred.
• ASCP certification at technician level or eligibility within 18 months preferred.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience in healthcare setting is preferred.
• Experience with high complexity testing and histology workflows is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Receive specimens and enter data into Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Ensure proper specimen identification and labeling.
• Prepare tissue for microscopic examination, including embedding, sectioning, and staining.
• Perform grossing as required, and manage morgue intake and release.
• Maintain cleanliness and regulatory compliance in Histology and Morgue areas.
• Monitor supplies and assist with equipment evaluations.
• Communicate testing needs with pathology staff and support education within the department.

Skills

Lab skills

High complexity testing

Histology

Healthcare experience

MS Office

Education

Associate's degree in Histology or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

ASCP certification eligibility preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Summary

The Histology Technician performs standard and specialized histology procedures for preparation of tissue and other specimens for light microscopic examination by the staff pathologists.

Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week

Day Shift

Onsite

Responsibilities

• Receives specimens into the computer, Laboratory Information System (LIS)
• Assures proper specimen identification and labeling.
• Performs standard and specialized histology procedures by preparing tissue for microscopic examination by the pathologists.
• Performs grossing as specified, embedding, sectioning, coverslipping, and staining of specimens.
• Oversees intake and release of specimens from the morgue.
• Maintains both Histology and the Morgue in a way that meets regulatory needs and keeps area clean and organized.
• Monitors supply needs and participates in equipment evaluations.
• Communicates regularly with Pathology staff regarding their testing needs.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of testing procedures
• Maintains work area appropriately and assists with meeting accrediting regulations.
• Implements and monitors quality control and results of work. Resolves problems.
• Performs tasks efficiently.
• Participates in education efforts of the department.
• Other duties as required.

Other Information

Technical Expertise

• Experience in lab skills is required.
• Experience in performing high complexity testing is required.
• Experience performing histologic work is required.
• Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.
• Experience in healthcare is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is preferred.

Education And Experience

• Education: Associate's degree in Histology or related field is required. Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Certification: Certification or eligibility for certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology at the technician level within 18 months of date of hire is preferred.
• Years of relevant experience: 0 to 2 years is preferred.
• Years of experience supervising: None.

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Onsite